User Manual SM-J510F/DS SM-J510FN/DD SM-J510GN/DS SM-J710F/DS SM-J710FN/DD SM-J510F SM-J510FN/DS SM-J510GN SM-J710F SM-J710FN/DS

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1 SM-J510F SM-J510FN/DS SM-J510GN SM-J710F SM-J710FN/DS SM-J510F/DS SM-J510FN/DD SM-J510GN/DS SM-J710F/DS SM-J710FN/DD SM-J510FN SM-J510FQ SM-J510H/DS SM-J710FN SM-J710GN/DS User Manual English (EU). 04/2016. Rev.1.0

2 Table of Contents Basics 4 Read me first 5 Package contents 6 Device layout 8 Battery 13 SIM or USIM card 18 Memory card (microsd card) 19 Turning the device on and off 20 Touchscreen 23 Home screen 29 Lock screen 30 Notification panel 32 Entering text 33 Screen capture 34 Opening apps 34 Samsung account 36 Transferring data from your previous device 38 Device and data management 41 Sharing features 42 Emergency mode Applications 43 Installing or uninstalling apps 45 Phone 49 Contacts 51 Messages 54 Internet Camera 66 Gallery 68 S Planner 70 S Health 73 Voice Recorder 74 My Files 74 Memo 75 Clock 76 Calculator 77 Radio 78 Google apps 2

3 Table of Contents Settings 80 Introduction 80 Wi-Fi 82 Bluetooth 83 Flight mode 84 Mobile hotspot and tethering 85 Data usage 85 SIM card manager (dual SIM models) 86 Mobile networks 86 NFC and payment (NFC-enabled models) 89 More connection settings 90 Smart Manager 92 Applications 92 Sounds and vibrations 93 Notifications 93 Do not disturb 94 Display 94 Advanced features 95 Wallpaper 95 Themes 95 Home screen 95 Lock screen and security 97 Privacy and safety 98 Easy mode 98 Accessibility 99 Accounts 100 Backup and reset 100 Language and input 101 Battery 101 Storage 101 Accessories 102 Date and time 102 User manual 102 About device Appendix 103 Troubleshooting 3

4 Basics Read me first Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use. Descriptions are based on the device s default settings. Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, model specifications, or device s software. Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device s specifications and the environment that it is used in. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung. Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly. Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal use of media. You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature. Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers. Modifying the device s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty. Depending on the region, you can view the regulatory information on the device. To view the information, tap Apps Settings About device Regulatory information. 4

5 Basics Instructional icons Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information Package contents Check the product box for the following items: Device Battery Quick start guide The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider. The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices. Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty. Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer to the Samsung website. 5

6 Basics Device layout Front camera Receiver Flash Proximity sensor Touchscreen Power key Home key Recents key Back key Microphone Headset jack Multipurpose jack Loud speaker Flash GPS antenna Rear camera Volume key Back cover NFC antenna (NFC-enabled models) Main antenna 6

7 Basics Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations: If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device If you cover the device s antenna area with your hands or other objects while using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction. Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen. The touchscreen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. Keys Key Power Recents Home Back Function Press and hold to turn the device on or off. Press to turn on or lock the screen. Tap to open the list of recent apps. Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked. Press to return to the Home screen. Press and hold to launch Google. Tap to return to the previous screen. Volume Press to adjust the device volume. 7

8 Basics Battery Installing the battery 1 Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover. 2 Insert the battery with the battery s gold-coloured contacts properly aligned with the device s contacts

9 Basics 3 Replace the back cover. Removing the battery 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Pull out the battery. 9

10 Basics Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. 1 Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor, and then plug the end of the USB cable into the multipurpose jack. Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. 2 Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket. 10

11 Basics 3 After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket. Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the device. To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket and easily accessible while charging. Viewing the remaining charging time While charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps Settings Battery. The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the charging conditions. The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions. Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power. Optimise the device using the Smart manager. When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power key. Activate power saving mode. Close unnecessary apps. Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use. Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use. Deactivate auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced, such as s. Decrease the backlight time. Decrease the screen brightness. 11

12 Basics Battery charging tips and precautions When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty. If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the device. If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery. Using a power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a slower charging speed due to a lower electric current. The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery. If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device. While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging. If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. Power saving mode Save the battery power by limiting the device s functions. On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Battery Power saving mode, and then tap the switch to activate it. To automatically activate power saving mode when the remaining battery power reaches the preset level, tap Start power saving and select an option. 12

13 Basics Ultra power saving mode Use this mode to extend the device s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device performs the following: Displays colours on the screen as grey tones. Restricts the available apps to essential and selected apps only. Deactivates the mobile data connection when the screen turns off. Deactivates the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features. On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Battery Ultra power saving mode, and then tap the switch to activate it. To deactivate ultra power saving mode, tap MORE Disable Ultra power saving mode. The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions. SIM or USIM card Installing the SIM or USIM card Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider. Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards. Only microsim cards work with the device. Dual SIM models: In some areas, data transfer speeds may be slower if two SIM cards are inserted in the device than when one SIM card is inserted. Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For more information about service availability, contact your service provider. 1 Remove the back cover and battery. 13

14 Basics 2 Single SIM models: Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Type 1 (SM-J510F, SM-J510FN): Type 2 (SM-J710F, SM-J710FN): 14

15 Basics Dual SIM models: Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Insert the primary SIM or USIM card into SIM card slot 1 ( 1 ) and the secondary SIM or USIM card into SIM card slot 2 ( 2 ). Type 1 (SM-J510F/DS, SM-J510FN/DS, SM-J510FN/DD, SM-J510GN/DS, SM-J510H/ DS): 2 1 Type 2 (SM-J710F/DS, SM-J710FN/DS, SM-J710FN/DD, SM-J710GN/DS):

16 Basics Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. 3 Replace the battery and back cover. Removing the SIM or USIM card 1 Remove the back cover and battery. 2 Pull out the SIM or USIM card. Single SIM models: Dual SIM models: 16

17 Basics Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models) If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. Activating SIM or USIM cards On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings SIM card manager. Select a SIM or USIM card and tap the switch to activate it. Customising SIM or USIM cards On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings SIM card manager and select a SIM or USIM card to access the following options: Icon: Change the icon of the SIM or USIM card. Name: Change the display name of the SIM or USIM card. Network mode: Select a network type to use with the SIM or USIM card. Setting preferred SIM or USIM cards When two cards are activated, you can assign voice calls, messaging, and data services to specific cards. On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings SIM card manager and set the feature preferences for your cards in Preferred SIM card. 17

18 Basics Memory card (microsd card) Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it. Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up. The device supports the FAT and the exfat file systems for memory cards. When inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the memory card. Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards. When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card s file directory appears in the My Files SD card folder. 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. 3 Replace the back cover. 18

19 Basics Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Storage SD card Unmount. 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Pull out the memory card. 3 Replace the back cover. Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data. Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Storage SD card Format FORMAT. Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions. Turning the device on and off Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device. When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your device. To turn off the device, press and hold the Power key, and then tap Power off. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power key and the Volume key down simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it. Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. 19

20 Basics Touchscreen Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction. To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips. The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which are outside of the touch input area. Leaving the touchscreen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touchscreen when you do not use the device. It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen. Tapping To open an app, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the keyboard on the screen, tap it with your finger. Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options. 20

21 Basics Dragging To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return. 21

22 Basics Swiping Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out. 22

23 Basics Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen. The Home screen may appear differently depending on the region or service provider. A widget An app News screen indicator. View the latest articles in various categories. A folder Screen indicators Apps screen icon Favourite apps Home screen options On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Home screen to access the available options. Alternatively, on the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, and more. Wallpapers: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen. 23

24 Basics Widgets: Add widgets to the Home screen. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen. Themes: Change the device s theme. Visual elements of interface, such as colours, icons, and wallpapers, will change depending on the selected theme. Screen grid: Change the size of the grid to display more or less items on the Home screen and the Apps screen. Adding items Tap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen. To add widgets, tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen, tap Widgets, tap and hold a widget, and then drag it to the Home screen. Moving items Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location. You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. To move an item more easily, tap and hold an item, and drag it to Move apps at the top of the screen. The item will move to the panel at the top of the screen. Swipe to the left or right to move to another panel and drag the item to a new location. 24

25 Basics Removing items Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen. Creating folders Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps. 1 On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app. 2 Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. 3 Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap. To add more apps to the folder, tap, tick the apps, and then tap ADD. You can also add an app by dragging it to the folder on the Home screen. To move apps from a folder to the Home screen, tap the folder, and then drag an app to the Home screen. To delete apps in a folder, tap the folder, and then drag the app you want to delete to Remove at the top of the screen. 25

26 Basics Managing panels On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel. To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap. To move a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen. To set a panel as the main Home screen, tap. Apps screen The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps. On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen. Moving items This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. On the Apps screen, tap EDIT. Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. Creating folders Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps you want. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. 1 On the Apps screen, tap EDIT. 2 Tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app. 26

27 Basics 3 Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. 4 Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap. To add more apps to the folder, tap, tick the apps, and then tap ADD. You can also add an app by dragging it to the folder on the Apps screen. To delete a folder, select a folder with be relocated to the Apps screen.. Only the folder will be deleted. The folder s apps will Rearranging items You can rearrange items in alphabetical order on the Apps screen. On the Apps screen, tap A-Z SAVE. Searching for items You can search for items on the Apps screen. On the Apps screen, tap SEARCH and enter characters. The device will search for and display the items containing the characters you entered. 27

28 Basics Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common. The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen. Icon Meaning No signal / Signal strength / Currently accessing SIM or USIM card (dual SIM models) Roaming (outside of normal service area) GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected HSPA+ network connected / LTE network connected (LTE-enabled models) Wi-Fi connected Bluetooth feature activated GPS activated Call in progress Missed call New text or multimedia message Alarm activated Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level 28

29 Basics Lock screen Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period. The screen is locked with Swipe, the default screen lock method. Press the Power key or the Home key and swipe in any direction to unlock the screen. To change the screen lock method, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Lock screen and security Screen lock type, and then select a method. When you set a pattern, PIN, or password for the screen lock method, you can protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing your device. After setting the screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it. Swipe: Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it. Pattern: Draw a pattern with four or more dots to unlock the screen. PIN: Enter a PIN with at least four numbers to unlock the screen. Password: Enter a password with at least four characters, numbers, or symbols to unlock the screen. None: Do not set a screen lock method. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Lock screen and security Secure lock settings and tap the Auto factory reset switch to activate it. 29

30 Basics Notification panel Using the notification panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details. To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel, swipe upwards on the screen. You can use the following functions on the notification panel. Single SIM models: Quick setting buttons Launch Settings. View more quick setting buttons. Adjust the brightness. Tap a notification and perform various actions. Maximise brightness for better visibility in bright conditions. Clear all notifications. Access the notification settings. 30

31 Basics Dual SIM models: Quick setting buttons Launch Settings. View more quick setting buttons. Adjust the brightness. SIM and USIM card feature preferences. Tap to access the SIM card manager. Tap a notification and perform various actions. Maximise brightness for better visibility in bright conditions. Clear all notifications. Access the notification settings. Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate some features. Swipe to the left or right on the buttons area, or tap to view more buttons. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button. To rearrange buttons, tap EDIT, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another location. S Finder Search for a wide variety of content with a keyword. Searching for content on the device Open the notification panel and tap S Finder. Enter a keyword in the search field or tap and say a keyword. To get more refined results, tap Filter under the search field, and then select filter details. Setting search categories You can set search categories to search for content in specific search fields. Tap MORE Select search locations and select categories. 31

32 Basics Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap it twice. Delete a preceding character. Enter punctuation marks. Change the keyboard settings. Break to the next line. Enter a space. Changing the input language Tap Add input languages, and then select the languages to use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key. Changing the keyboard layout Tap use., select a language under Languages and types, and then select a keyboard layout to On 3x4 keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap the corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears. 32

33 Basics Additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last function that was used. : Enter text by voice. Open the keyboard. Start or pause entering text by voice. : Enter emoticons. : Change the keyboard settings. Copying and pasting 1 Tap and hold over text. 2 Drag or to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. 3 Tap Copy or Cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. 4 Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste. Screen capture Capture a screenshot while using the device. Press and hold the Home key and the Power key simultaneously. You can view captured images in Gallery. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features. 33

34 Basics Opening apps On the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it. To open an app from the list of recently used apps, tap and select a recent app window. Closing an app Tap and drag a recent app window to the left or right to close it. To close all running apps, tap CLOSE ALL. Samsung account Introduction Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once your Samsung account has been registered, you can use apps provided by Samsung, without signing in to your account. Create your Samsung account with your address. To check the list of services that can be used with your Samsung account, visit account.samsung.com. For more information on Samsung accounts, open the Apps screen and tap Settings Accounts Samsung account Help. Registering your Samsung account Registering a new Samsung account If you do not have a Samsung account, you should create one. 1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accounts Add account. 2 Tap Samsung account CREATE ACCOUNT. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete creating your account. 34

35 Basics Registering an existing Samsung account If you already have a Samsung account, register it to the device. 1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accounts Add account. 2 Tap Samsung account. 3 Enter your address and password, and then tap SIGN IN. If you forget your account information, tap Forgotten your ID or password? You can find your account information when you enter the required information and security code displayed that is on the screen. Removing your Samsung account When you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or events, will also be removed. 1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accounts. 2 Tap Samsung account and tap the account to remove. 3 Tap MORE Remove account REMOVE ACCOUNT. 4 Enter your Samsung account password and tap CONFIRM. 5 Tap REMOVE ACCOUNT. 35

36 Basics Transferring data from your previous device You can transfer data from a previous device to your device via Samsung Smart Switch. The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available. Mobile version: Transfer data between mobile devices. You can download the app from Galaxy Apps or Play Store. Computer version: Transfer data between your device and a computer. You can download the app from Samsung Smart Switch is not supported on some devices or computers. Limitations apply. Visit for details. Samsung takes copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have the right to transfer. Transferring data wirelessly Transfer data from your previous device to your device. 1 On both devices, download and install Smart Switch from Galaxy Apps or Play Store. 2 Place the devices near each other. 3 Launch Smart Switch on both devices. 4 On your device, select the previous device type from the list and tap START. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from your previous device. 36

37 Basics Transferring backup data from a computer Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your device. 1 On the computer, visit to download Smart Switch. 2 On the computer, launch Smart Switch. If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step. 3 Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable. 4 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device. Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer. 5 Connect your device to the computer using the USB cable. 6 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your device. 37

38 Basics Device and data management Connecting the device to a computer for data transfer Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device damage. The devices may not connect properly if they are connected via a USB hub. Directly connect the device to the computer s USB port. 1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. 2 Open the notification panel, and then tap USB for file transfer Transferring media files. If the computer cannot recognise your device, tap Transferring images. 3 Tap ALLOW to permit the computer to access your device s data. When the computer recognises your device, the device will appear in My PC. 4 Transfer files between your device and the computer. 38

39 Basics Updating the device The device can be updated to the latest software. Updating over the air The device can be directly updated to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. On the Apps screen, tap Settings About device Download updates manually. When you tap the Download update automatically switch to activate it, updates will be downloaded when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network. Updating with Smart Switch Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software. 1 On the computer, visit to download and install Smart Switch. 2 On the computer, launch Smart Switch. 3 Connect the device to the computer using a USB cable. 4 If a software update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to update the device. Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is updating. While updating the device, do not connect other media devices to the computer. Doing so may interfere with the update process. Before updating, disconnect all other media devices from the computer. 39

40 Basics Backing up and restoring data Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up your sensitive information to a backup account and access it later. You must sign in to your Google or Samsung account to back up or restore data. Refer to Samsung account and Accounts for more information. Using a Samsung account On the Apps screen, tap Settings Backup and reset Back up my data for the Samsung account, tap the switches next to the items you want to back up to activate them, and then tap BACK UP NOW. To set the device to automatically back up data, tap the Auto back up switch to activate it. To restore data using a Samsung account, tap Restore. Current data will be deleted from the device to restore the selected items. Using a Google account On the Apps screen, tap Settings Backup and reset Back up my data for the Google account, and then tap the switch to activate it. Tap Backup account and select an account as the backup account. To restore data using a Google account, tap the Automatic restore switch to activate it. When you reinstall apps, backed up settings and data will be restored. Performing a data reset Delete all settings and data on the device. Before performing a factory data reset, ensure you back up all important data stored on the device. Refer to Backing up and restoring data for more information. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Backup and reset Factory data reset RESET DEVICE ERASE EVERYTHING. The device automatically restarts. 40

41 Basics Sharing features Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images. You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network. 1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. 2 Select an image. 3 Tap Share and select a sharing method, such as Bluetooth and . You can also use the following options: Simple sharing: Share content with your contacts. To use this feature, your phone number must be verified. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. If the recipients have not verified their phone numbers or if their devices do not support the feature, a link to the files will be sent to them via text message. The link will expire after a certain period. Print: Print content using the printer plug-ins installed on the device. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to share the image with others. When the image is sent to the recipients devices, a notification will appear on their devices. Tap the notification to view or download the image. 41

42 Basics Emergency mode Emergency mode changes the screen to grey tones to reduce battery consumption. Some apps and functions will be restricted. In emergency mode, you can make an emergency call, send your current location information to others, sound an emergency alarm, and more. Press and hold the Power key, and then tap Emergency mode. Access additional options. Turn on the flash. Sound alarms. Send your current location information in a message. Make a call. Browse the Internet. Add more apps to use. Remaining battery power and usage time left Make an emergency call. The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions. Deactivating emergency mode To deactivate emergency mode, tap MORE Disable Emergency mode. Alternatively, press and hold the Power key, and then tap Emergency mode. 42

43 Applications Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Tap Samsung Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. This app may appear on the Apps screen depending on the region or service provider. Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap SEARCH to search for a keyword. Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap INSTALL. To purchase and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions. Play Store To change the auto update settings, tap MORE Settings Auto update apps, and then select an option. Purchase and download apps. Tap Play Store on the Apps screen. Installing apps Browse apps by category or search for apps by keyword. Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap INSTALL. To purchase and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions. To change the auto update settings, tap then select an option. Settings Auto-update apps, and 43

44 Applications Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps On the Apps screen, tap EDIT. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstall. Select an app and tap DISABLE or OK. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Applications Application manager, select an app, and then tap DISABLE or UNINSTALL. DISABLE: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device. UNINSTALL: Uninstall downloaded apps. Enabling apps On the Apps screen, tap Settings Applications Application manager Disabled, select an app, and then tap ENABLE. Setting app permissions For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use information on your device. When you open an app, a pop-up window may appear and request access to certain features or information. Tap ALLOW on the pop-up window to grant permissions to the app. To view your app permission settings, open the Apps screen and tap Settings Applications Application manager. Select an app and tap Permissions. You can view the app s permissions list and change its permissions. To view or change app permission settings by permission category, open the Apps screen, tap Settings Privacy and safety App permissions. Select an item and tap the switches next to apps to grant permissions. If you do not grant permissions to apps, the basic features of the apps may not function properly. 44

45 Applications Phone Introduction Make or answer voice and video calls. Making calls 1 Tap Phone on the Apps screen. 2 Enter a phone number. If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad. 3 Single SIM models: Tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. Access additional options. Add the number to the contacts list. Preview the phone number. Delete a preceding character. Hide the keypad. 45

46 Applications Dual SIM models: Tap or to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. Access additional options. Add the number to the contacts list. Preview the phone number. Delete a preceding character. Hide the keypad. Using speed dial Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls. To set a number to speed dial, tap MORE Speed dial, select a speed dial number, and then select a contact. To make a call, tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad. For speed dial numbers 10 and up, tap the first digit(s) of the number, and then tap and hold the last digit. For example, if you set the number 123 as a speed dial number, tap 1, tap 2, and then tap and hold 3. 46

47 Applications Making calls from the locked screen On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle. Making calls from call logs or contacts list Tap LOG or CONTACTS, and then swipe to the right on a contact or a phone number to make a call. Making an international call 1 Tap to open the keypad if the keypad does not appear on the screen. 2 Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. 3 Single SIM models: Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap. Dual SIM models: Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap or. Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the reject message bar upwards. To create various rejection messages, open the Apps screen and tap Phone MORE Settings Call blocking Call-reject messages, enter a message, and then tap. Missed calls If a call is missed, the icon appears on the status bar. Open the notification panel to view the list of missed calls. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Phone LOG to view missed calls. 47

48 Applications Blocking phone numbers Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list. 1 On the Apps screen, tap Phone MORE Settings Call blocking Block list. 2 Tap LOG or CONTACTS to select contacts and tap. To manually enter a number, tap Enter phone number, and then enter a phone number. When blocked numbers try to contact you, you will not receive notifications. The calls will be logged in the call log. You can also block incoming calls from people that do not show their caller ID. Tap the Block anonymous calls switch to activate the feature. Options during calls During a voice call The following actions are available: HOLD: Hold a call. Tap RESUME CALL to retrieve the held call. Add call: Dial a second call. Extra volume: Increase the volume. Bluetooth: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device. Speaker: Activate or deactivate the speakerphone. When using the speakerphone, keep the device away from your ears. Keypad / Hide: Open or close the keypad. Mute: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. Send an . 48

49 Applications Message: Send a message. Internet: Browse webpages. Contacts: Open the contacts list. S Planner: Open the calendar. Memo: Create a memo. : End the current call. During a video call Tap the screen to use the following options: MORE: Access additional options. Switch : Switch between the front and rear cameras. : End the current call. Mute : Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device. Adding contacts Creating contacts manually 1 Tap Contacts on the Apps screen. 2 Tap and select a storage location. 49

50 Applications 3 Enter contact information. : Add an image. / : Add or delete a contact field. 4 Tap SAVE. To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, open the Apps screen and tap Phone. If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad. Enter the number and tap Add to Contacts. To add a phone number to the contacts list from received calls, open the Apps screen and tap Phone LOG a contact CREATE CONTACT. Importing contacts Import contacts from storage services to your device. On the Apps screen, tap Contacts MORE Settings Import/Export contacts IMPORT and select an import option. Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: Scroll up or down the contacts list. Drag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it quickly. Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria. Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions: : Add to favourite contacts. / : Make a voice or video call. : Compose a message. : Compose an . 50

51 Applications Sharing profile Share your profile information, such as your photo and status message, with others using the profile sharing feature. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. This feature is only available for contacts who have activated the profile sharing feature on their device. On the Apps screen, tap Contacts your profile Profile sharing, and then tap the switch to activate it. To use this feature, your phone number must be verified. You can view your contacts updated profile information in Contacts. To set additional items to share, tap Shared profile info and select items. To set a contact group to share your profile with, tap Share with and select an option. Sharing contacts You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options. 1 Tap Contacts on the Apps screen. 2 Tap MORE Share. 3 Tick contacts and tap SHARE. 4 Select a sharing method. Messages Introduction Send and view messages by conversation. 51

52 Applications Sending messages You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming. 1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen. 2 Tap. 3 Add recipients and enter a message. Single SIM models: Enter recipients. Access additional options. Select contacts from the contacts list. Enter a message. Enter emoticons. Attach files. Send the message. Dual SIM models: Access additional options. Enter recipients. Select contacts from the contacts list. Enter a message. Enter emoticons. Attach files. Select a SIM or USIM card. 4 Single SIM models: Tap SEND to send the message. Dual SIM models: Tap or to send the message. 52

53 Applications Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact. You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming. 1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen. 2 On the messages list, select a contact. 3 View your conversation. Blocking unwanted messages Block messages from specific numbers or messages that contain phrases added to your block list. 1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen. 2 Tap MORE Settings Block messages. 3 Tap Block list. To add phrases to block, tap Blocked phrases. 4 Tap INBOX or CONTACTS to select contacts and tap. To manually enter a number, tap Enter number, and then enter a phone number. When you receive messages from the blocked numbers or messages including blocked phrases, you will not be notified. To view blocked messages, tap MORE Settings Block messages Blocked messages. Setting the message notification You can change notification sound, display options, and more. 1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen. 2 Tap MORE Settings Notifications, and then tap the switch to activate it. 53

54 Applications 3 Change the notification settings. Notification sound: Change the notification sound. Vibrate: Set the device to vibrate when you receive messages. Pop-up display: Set the device to display messages in pop-up windows. Preview message: Set the device to display message content on the locked screen and in pop-up windows. Setting a message reminder You can set an alert at an interval to let you know that you have unchecked notifications. If this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Notification reminder, and then tap the switch to activate it. Then, tap the Messages switch to activate it. Internet Introduction Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. This app may appear on the Apps screen depending on the region or service provider. Browsing webpages 1 Tap Samsung Internet on the Apps screen. 2 Tap the address field. 3 Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go. 54

55 Applications To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen. Access additional options. Refresh the current webpage. Open the homepage. Move to the previously visited page. View your bookmarks, saved webpages, and recent browsing history. Open the browser's tab manager. Using secret mode In secret mode, you can separately save and manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can lock secret mode using a password. Activating secret mode In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap Tabs ENABLE SECRET. If you are using this feature for the first time, set whether to use a password for secret mode. In secret mode, you cannot use some features, such as screen capture. In secret mode, the device will change the colour of the toolbars. Changing security settings You can change your password or the lock method. Tap MORE Settings Privacy Secret mode security Change password. Deactivating secret mode In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap Tabs DISABLE SECRET. Alternatively, close the Internet app. 55

56 Applications Setting up accounts Set up an account when opening for the first time. This app may appear on the Apps screen depending on the region or service provider. 1 Tap Samsung on the Apps screen. 2 Enter the address and password, and then tap SIGN IN. To manually register a company account, tap MANUAL SETUP. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. To set up another account, tap MORE Settings Add account. If you have more than one account, you can set one as the default account. Tap MORE Settings MORE Set default account. Sending s 1 Tap to compose an . 2 Add recipients and enter an text. 3 Tap SEND to send the mail. Reading s When is open, the device will automatically retrieve new s. To manually retrieve s, swipe downwards on the screen. Tap an on the screen to read it. If syncing is disabled, new s cannot be retrieved. To enable syncing, tap MORE Settings your account name, and then tap the Sync account switch to activate it. 56

57 Applications Camera Introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings. Basic shooting You can take photos or record videos. View your photos and videos in Gallery. Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Camera etiquette Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission. Do not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited. Do not take photos or record videos in places where you may violate other people s privacy. Taking photos or recording videos 1 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. 2 Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. To adjust the brightness of photos or videos, tap the screen. When the adjustment bar appears, drag the adjustment bar towards or. To capture an image from the video while recording, tap Capture. To change the focus while recording a video, tap where you want to focus. To focus on the centre of the screen, tap. 57

58 Applications Current mode Hide or show the setting icons. Preview thumbnail Record a video. Quick settings Take a photo. Camera settings Switch between the front and rear cameras. Shooting modes On the preview screen, swipe to the right to access the list of shooting modes. Or, swipe to the left to view photos and videos you have captured. The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. The camera automatically shuts off when unused. Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions. The front camera features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur in wideangle photos and does not indicate device performance problems. Launching Camera on the locked screen To quickly take photos, launch Camera on the locked screen. On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Some camera features are not available when you launch Camera from the locked screen while the security features are activated. 58

59 Applications Launching Camera quickly Press the Home key twice quickly to launch Camera. Some camera features are not available when you launch Camera from the locked screen or when the screen is turned off while the security features are activated. Locking the focus and exposure Strong light/dark contrast and the subject being outside the auto focus area may make it difficult to achieve an appropriate exposure. Lock the focus or exposure and then take a photo. Tap and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and exposure setting will be locked. The setting remains locked even after you take a photo. This feature is only available in some shooting modes. Customising shooting modes On the preview screen, tap MODE and select a mode. To view information for each mode, tap INFO. To rearrange modes, tap and hold a mode icon, and then drag it to a new location. Auto mode Auto mode allows the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo. On the preview screen, tap MODE Auto. 59

60 Applications Pro mode Take photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value. On the preview screen, tap MODE Pro. Select options and customise the settings, and then tap to take a photo. : Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. : Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. Low values are for stationary or brightly lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly lit objects. However, higher ISO settings can result in noise in photos. : Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera s sensor receives. For low-light situations, use a higher exposure. Panorama Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a wide scene. On the preview screen, tap MODE Panorama. To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips: Move the camera slowly in one direction. Keep the image within the frame on the camera s viewfinder. Avoid taking photos of indistinct backgrounds, such as an empty sky or a plain wall. Continuous shot Take a series of photos of moving subjects. On the preview screen, tap MODE Continuous shot. Tap and hold to take several photos continuously. Beauty face Take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images. On the preview screen, tap MODE Beauty face. 60

61 Applications Sound & shot Take a photo with sound. The device identifies the photos with On the preview screen, tap MODE Sound & shot. in Gallery. Sports Take a photo of fast-moving subjects. On the preview screen, tap MODE Sports. HDR (Rich tone) Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas. On the preview screen, tap MODE HDR (Rich tone). This feature may not be supported by some devices. Without effect With effect Night Take a photo in low-light conditions, without using the flash. On the preview screen, tap MODE Night. This feature may not be supported by some devices. 61

62 Applications Selfie Take self-portraits with the front camera. You can preview various beauty effects on the screen. 1 On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. 2 Tap MODE Selfie. 3 Face the front camera lens. 4 When the device detects your face, tap the screen to take a photo of yourself. To take a photo using your palm, tap and tap the Gesture control switch to activate it. Show your palm to the front camera. After recognising your palm, the device will take a photo after two seconds. Using the selfie flash When taking self-portraits with the front camera in low-light situations, the touchscreen can serve as a flash. On the preview screen, tap repeatedly until you reach On. When you take a photo, the touchscreen will flash. Applying beauty effects You can apply the spotlight effect or modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape, before taking self-portraits. This feature is available only in Selfie mode. 1 On the preview screen, tap. 2 Select the options below to apply beauty effects to your face on the preview screen and take a photo of yourself. Slim Face: Adjust the face shape and make your face appear slimmer. Large eyes: Make your eyes appear bigger. Skin tone: Make your skin appear brighter and clearer. 62

63 Applications Wide selfie Take a wide self-portrait to include more people in the photo and avoid leaving people out. 1 On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. 2 Tap MODE Wide selfie. 3 Face the front camera lens. 4 When the device detects your face, tap the screen to take a photo of yourself. To take a photo using your palm, tap and tap the Gesture control switch to activate it. Show your palm to the front camera. After recognising your palm, the device will take a photo after two seconds. 5 Slowly swivel the device left and then right or vice versa to take a wide self-portrait. The device will take additional photos when the white frame moves to each end of the viewfinder window. Make sure to keep the white frame inside the viewfinder window. The subjects should remain still while taking wide self-portraits. The top and bottom parts of the image displayed on the preview screen may be cut out of the photo depending on the shooting conditions. 63

64 Applications Interval shot Take series of self-portraits at an interval and save photos you want. 1 On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. 2 Tap MODE Interval shot. 3 Face the front camera lens. 4 To apply beauty effect, tap and select options. Refer to Applying beauty effects for more information. 5 When the device detects your face, tap the screen to take a photo of yourself. The device will take four photos at the two-second intervals. To take a photo using your palm, tap and tap the Gesture control switch to activate it. Show your palm to the front camera. After recognising your palm, the device will take a photo after a few seconds. 6 Tick photos you want to save and tap SAVE. Camera settings Quick settings On the preview screen, use the following quick settings. The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. : Select a filter effect to use when taking photos or recording videos. : Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centreweighted uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate the exposure of the shot. Spot uses the light in a concentrated centre area of the shot to calculate the exposure of the shot. Matrix averages the entire scene. : Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo. 64

65 Applications : Activate or deactivate the flash. Do not use the flash close to your eyes. Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision or damage to the eyes. : Select a resolution for photos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality photos, but they will take up more memory. The resolution of a photo may be affected by lighting conditions. : Set the device to record sound before or after taking a photo. Camera settings On the preview screen, tap. The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. Video size (rear) / Video size (front): Select a resolution for videos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality videos, but they will take up more memory. Gesture control: Set the device to detect your palm, so you can use it to take selfportraits. Save pictures as previewed: Invert the image to create a mirror-image of the original scene, when taking photos with the front camera. Grid lines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects. Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo. GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the signal is obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions. Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet. To avoid this, deactivate the location tag setting. Review pictures: Set the device to show photos after capturing them. Quick launch: Set the device to launch the camera by pressing the Home key twice quickly. Storage location: Select the memory location for storage. Volume keys function: Set the device to use the Volume key to control the shutter or zoom function. Reset settings: Reset the camera settings. 65

66 Applications Gallery Introduction View and manage photos and videos stored in the device. Viewing images 1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. 2 Select an image. Move to the previous screen. Access additional options. Add the image to favourites. Share the image with others. Modify the image. Automatically adjust the image. Delete the image. To hide or show the menus, tap the screen. 66

67 Applications Viewing videos 1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. 2 Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. Display your videos. Access additional options. Rewind or fast-forward by dragging the bar. Pause and resume playback. Change screen ratio. Adjust the volume. Skip to the previous video. Tap and hold to rewind. Skip to the next video. Tap and hold to fast-forward. Deleting images or videos Deleting an image or a video Select an image or a video and tap Delete at the bottom of the screen. Deleting multiple images and videos 1 On the main Gallery screen, tap and hold an image or a video to delete. 2 Tick the images or videos to delete. 3 Tap DELETE. Sharing images or videos Select an image or a video, tap Share at the bottom of the screen, and then select a sharing method. 67

68 Applications Sharing event albums View photos and videos by time and location. You can share event albums with your contacts. 1 On the main Gallery screen, tap Events. You can view photos and videos sorted by event. To manually create event albums, tap and select photos or videos to add. 2 Select an event album to share. 3 Tap and select contacts. When your contacts accept the share request, the event album will be shared and more photos and videos can be added to the event album by your contacts. To use this feature, your phone number must be verified. You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network. If the recipients have not verified their phone numbers or if their devices do not support the feature, a link to the files will be sent to them via text message. Link recipients may not be able to use some features. The link will expire after a certain period. S Planner Introduction Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner. Creating events 1 Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. 2 Tap or double-tap a date. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap. 68

69 Applications 3 Enter event details. Enter a title. Set a start and end date for the event. Set an alarm. Enter the location of the event. Add more details. Select a calendar to use or sync with. Attach a map showing the location of the event. 4 Tap SAVE to save the event. Creating tasks 1 Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. 2 Tap Tasks. 3 Enter task details and tap TODAY or TOMORROW to set a due date. To add more details, tap. 4 Tap SAVE to save the task. 69

70 Applications Syncing events and tasks with your accounts On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accounts, select an account service, and then tap the Sync Calendar switch to sync events and tasks with the account. To add accounts to sync with, open the Apps screen and tap S Planner MORE Manage calendars Add account. Then, select an account to sync with and sign in. When an account is added, it will appear on the list. S Health Introduction S Health helps you manage your wellness and fitness. Set fitness goals, check your progress, and keep track of your overall wellness and fitness. This app may appear on the Apps screen depending on the region or service provider. Starting S Health When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. 1 Tap Samsung S Health on the Apps screen. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. 70

71 Applications Using S Health You can view the key information from S Health menus and trackers to monitor your wellness and fitness. Tap Samsung S Health on the Apps screen. Goals and programmes Trackers To add trackers, goals, or programmes to the S Health screen, tap MORE Manage items, and then select items under the TRACKERS, GOALS, or PROGRAMMES tab. GOALS: Set your daily fitness goals and view your progress. PROGRAMMES: Use customisable exercise programmes. TRACKERS: Monitor your activities, food intake, and body measurements. To access more information about S Health functions, tap MORE Settings Help. 71

72 Applications Additional information S Health is intended for fitness and wellness purposes only and is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease. The available functions, features and addable applications for S Health may vary from country to country due to different local laws and regulations. You should check the features and applications available in your specific region before use. S Health applications and its service can be changed or discontinued without prior notice. The purpose for data collection is limited to providing the service that you have requested, including providing additional information to enhance your wellness, sync data, data analysis and statistics or to develop and provide better services. (But if you sign in to your Samsung account from S Health, your data may be saved on the server for data backup purposes.) Personal information may be stored until the completion of such purposes. You can delete personal data stored by S Health by using the Reset data option in the Settings menu. To delete any data you have shared with social networks or transferred to storage devices, you must delete them separately. You may share and/or sync your data with additional Samsung services or compatible third party services that you select, as well as with any of your other connected devices. Access to S Health information by such additional services or third party devices will only be permitted with your express approval. You assume full responsibility for the inappropriate use of data shared on social networks or transmitted to others. Use caution when sharing your personal data with others. If the device is connected to measuring devices, verify the communication protocol to confirm proper operation. If you use a wireless connection, such as Bluetooth, the device may be affected by electronic interference from other devices. Avoid using the device near other devices that transmit radio waves. Please read Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy of S Health carefully before using it. 72

73 Applications Voice Recorder Use this app to record or play voice memos. This app may appear on the Apps screen depending on the region or service provider. 1 On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Voice Recorder. 2 Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone. Tap to pause recording. While making a voice recording, tap BOOKMARK to insert a bookmark. Start recording. 3 Tap SAVE to finish recording. 73

74 Applications My Files Access and manage various files stored in the device. This app may appear in the Tools folder depending on the region or service provider. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung My Files. View files by category, or view files stored in the device. To check the status of used and available memory, tap STORAGE USAGE. To search for files or folder, tap SEARCH. Memo Create memos and organise them by category. On the Apps screen, tap Memo. Composing memos Tap on the memos list and enter a memo. While composing a memo, use the following options: Category: Create or set a category. Tasks: Add tick boxes at the beginning of each row to create a list of tasks. Image: Insert images. Drawing: Write or draw memos to insert. You can select pen thickness and colour. Voice: Make a voice recording to insert. To save the memo, tap SAVE. To edit a memo, tap a memo, and then tap the content of the memo. Searching for memos Tap SEARCH on the memos list and enter a keyword to search for memos that include the keyword. 74

75 Applications Clock Introduction Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration. Alarm On the Apps screen, tap Clock Alarm. Setting alarms Tap ADD in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set other various alarm options, and then tap SAVE. To open the keypad to enter an alarm time, tap the time input field. To set an alarm with various alarm options, set alarm options under the time input field, and then tap SAVE. To activate or deactivate alarms, tap the clock icon next to the alarm in the alarms list. Stopping alarms Tap DISMISS to stop an alarm. If you have previously enabled the snooze option, tap SNOOZE to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time. Deleting alarms Tap on an alarm in the list of alarms. World clock On the Apps screen, tap Clock World clock. Creating clocks Tap ADD and enter a city name or select a city from the cities list. Deleting clocks Tap on a clock. 75

76 Applications Stopwatch 1 On the Apps screen, tap Clock Stopwatch. 2 Tap START to time an event. To record lap times while timing an event, tap LAP. 3 Tap STOP to stop timing. To restart the timing, tap RESUME. To clear lap times, tap RESET. Timer 1 On the Apps screen, tap Clock Timer. 2 Set the duration, and then tap START. To open the keypad to enter the duration, tap the duration input field. 3 Tap DISMISS when the timer goes off. Calculator Perform simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Apps screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Auto rotate is disabled, tap to display the scientific calculator. To see the calculation history, tap HISTORY. To close the calculation history panel, tap KEYPAD. To clear the history, tap HISTORY CLEAR HISTORY. 76

77 Applications Radio Listening to the FM radio Tap Samsung Radio on the Apps screen. Before you use this app, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the first time. This app may appear on the Apps screen depending on the region or service provider. Tap to turn on the FM radio. Select the radio station you want from the stations list. Record a song from the FM radio. Turn the FM radio on or off. Enter radio station frequency manually. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. Access additional options. Search for an available radio station. Fine-tune the frequency. View the list of favourite stations. View the list of available stations. Scan and save available stations automatically. Scanning radio stations Tap Samsung Radio on the Apps screen. Tap STATIONS SCAN, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the stations list. 77

78 Applications Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer to Accounts for more information. To view more app information, access each app s help menu. Chrome Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider. Search for information and browse webpages. Gmail Send or receive s via the Google Mail service. Maps Find your location on the map, search for locations, and view location information for various places. Play Music Discover, listen to, and share music on your device. You can upload music collections stored on your device to the cloud and access them later. Play Movies & TV Download videos to watch from Play Store. 78

79 Applications Drive Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others. YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others. Photos Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place. Hangouts Chat with your friends individually or in groups and use images, emoticons, and video calls while you are chatting. Google Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device. 79

80 Settings Introduction Customise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap SEARCH. To edit the list of frequently used settings, tap EDIT. Then, tick items to add or deselect items to remove. Wi-Fi Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the switch to activate it. 2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list. Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. 3 Tap CONNECT. Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the device connecting to the network automatically, select it from the list of networks and tap FORGET. If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network properly, restart your device s Wi-Fi feature or the wireless router. 80

81 Settings Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the switch to activate it. 2 Tap Wi-Fi Direct. The detected devices are listed. If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on its Wi-Fi Direct feature. 3 Select a device to connect to. The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Wi-Fi Direct connections request. Sending and receiving data You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device. 1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. 2 Select an image. 3 Tap Share Wi-Fi Direct, select a device to transfer the image to, and then tap SHARE. 4 Accept the Wi-Fi Direct connection request on the other device. If the devices are already connected, the image will be sent to the other device without the connection request procedure. Ending the device connection 1 Tap Wi-Fi on the Settings screen. 2 Tap Wi-Fi Direct. The device displays the connected devices in the list. 3 Tap the device name to disconnect the devices. 81

82 Settings Bluetooth Introduction Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via Bluetooth. Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced. Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible with your device. Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature. Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 1 On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth, and then tap the switch to activate it. The detected devices are listed. 2 Select a device to pair with. If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its visibility option. Refer to the other device s user manuals. Your device is visible to other devices while the Bluetooth settings screen is open. 3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device to confirm. The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth connection request. 82

83 Settings Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device. 1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. 2 Select an image. 3 Tap Share Bluetooth, and then select a device to transfer the image to. If your device has paired with the device before, tap the device name without confirming the auto-generated passkey. If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its visibility option. 4 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device. Unpairing Bluetooth devices 1 Tap Bluetooth on the Settings screen. The device displays the paired devices in the list. 2 Tap next to the device name to unpair. 3 Tap Unpair. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. On the Settings screen, tap Flight mode. Make sure the device is turned off during takeoff and landing. After takeoff, you can use the device in flight mode if allowed by aircraft personnel. 83

84 Settings Mobile hotspot and tethering Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device s mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth. On the Settings screen, tap Mobile hotspot and tethering. You may incur additional charges when using this feature. Mobile hotspot: Use the mobile hotspot to share the device s mobile data connection with computers or other devices. Bluetooth tethering: Use Bluetooth tethering to share the device s mobile data connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth. USB tethering: Use USB tethering to share the device s mobile data connection with a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a wireless modem for the computer. Using the mobile hotspot Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device s mobile data connection with other devices. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot. 2 Tap the switch to activate it. The icon appears on the status bar. Other devices can find your device in the Wi-Fi networks list. To set a password for the mobile hotspot, tap MORE Configure Mobile hotspot and select the level of security. Then, enter a password and tap SAVE. 3 On the other device s screen, search for and select your device from the Wi-Fi networks list. 4 On the connected device, use the device s mobile data connection to access the Internet. 84

85 Settings Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation. On the Settings screen, tap Data usage. Mobile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. Background data: Prevent apps that are running in the background from using a mobile data connection. Set mobile data limit: Set a limit for mobile data usage. To change the monthly reset date for the monitoring period, tap Change cycle. Limiting data usage Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the amount of mobile data you have used reaches your specified limit. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Data usage and tap the Set mobile data limit switch to activate it. 2 Drag the limit adjustment bar upwards or downwards to set the limit. 3 Drag the warning adjustment bar upwards or downwards to set a data usage alert level. The device will alert you when the warning level is reached. SIM card manager (dual SIM models) Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. Refer to Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models) for more information. On the Settings screen, tap SIM card manager. Voice call: Select a SIM or USIM card for voice calls. Text messages: Select a SIM or USIM for messaging. Mobile data: Select a SIM or USIM card for data service. Dual SIM always on: Set the device to allow incoming calls from the other SIM or USIM card during a call. When this feature is enabled, you may incur additional charges for call forwarding depending on the region or service provider. 85

86 Settings Mobile networks Configure your mobile network settings. On the Settings screen, tap Mobile networks. Data roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). Network mode (single SIM models): Select a network type. Network mode SIM 1 / Network mode SIM 2 (dual SIM models): Select a network type. Network operators: Search for available networks and manually register a network. You can also set the device to automatically select the preferred network. NFC and payment (NFC-enabled models) Introduction Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required apps. The device contains a built-in NFC antenna. Handle the device carefully to avoid damaging the NFC antenna. Using the NFC feature Use the NFC feature to send images or contacts to other devices, and read product information from NFC tags. 1 On the Settings screen, tap NFC and payment, and then tap the switch to activate it. 86

87 Settings 2 Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag. The information from the tag appears. Ensure that the device s screen is unlocked. Otherwise, the device will not read NFC tags or receive data. Making payments with the NFC feature Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service. To register or get more information about the service, contact your service provider. 1 On the Settings screen, tap NFC and payment, and then tap the switch to activate it. 2 Touch the NFC antenna area on the back of your device to the NFC card reader. To set the default payment app, open the settings screen and tap NFC and payment Tap and pay PAYMENT, and then select an app. The payment services list may not include all available payment apps. 87

88 Settings Sending data Allow data exchange when your device s NFC antenna touches the other device s NFC antenna. 1 On the Settings screen, tap NFC and payment, and then tap the switch to activate it. 2 Tap Android Beam and tap the switch to activate it. 3 Select an item and touch the other device s NFC antenna to your device s NFC antenna. 4 When Touch to beam. appears on the screen, tap your device s screen to send the item. If both devices try to send data simultaneously, the file transfer may fail. 88

89 Settings More connection settings Options Customise settings to control other features. On the Settings screen, tap More connection settings. Nearby device scanning: Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to. Printing: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files. Refer to Printing for more information. VPN: Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs). Printing Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Adding printer plug-ins Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to. 1 On the Settings screen, tap More connection settings Printing Download plug-in. 2 Search for a printer plug-in in Play Store. 3 Select a printer plug-in and install it. 4 Select a printer plug-in and tap the switch to activate it. The device searches for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device. To add printers manually, tap MORE Add printer ADD PRINTER. To change print settings, tap MORE Printing settings. 89

90 Settings Printing content While viewing content, such as images or documents, tap Share Print printers, and then select a printer. All Smart Manager Introduction The Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your device s battery, storage, RAM, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with one tap of your finger. Using the quick optimisation feature On the Settings screen, tap Smart Manager CLEAN ALL. The quick optimisation feature improves device performance through the following actions. Clearing some memory. Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background. Scanning for malware. 90